ASCORIL PLUS D SYP

Overview

ASCORIL PLUS D SYP is a Schedule H drug.

ASCORIL PLUS D SYP is composed of: PHENYLEPHRINE (12.5 MG), DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE (10.0 MG), MENTHOL (1.5 MG), TRIPROLIDINE (1.25 MG)

Phenylephrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose). Phenylephrine is used to treat nasal and sinus congestion or congestion of the tubes that drain fluid from your inner ears called the eustachian (yoo-STAY-shun) tubes.

Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant. It affects the signals in the brain that trigger cough reflex. Dextromethorphan is used to treat a cough. Dextromethorphan will not treat a cough that is caused by smoking, asthma, or emphysema. Do not use it if you are using or have used an MAO inhibitor within the past 14 days of the treatment.

Triprolidine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, runny nose,hives, skin rash and other cold or allergy symptoms.

Usage

PHENYLEPHRINE can address symptoms like: Nasal Congestion

DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE is generally used to treat: Runny Nose And Dry Cough
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE can address symptoms like: Cough


TRIPROLIDINE is generally used to treat: Skin Rash, Hives, Common Cold
TRIPROLIDINE can address symptoms like: Sneezing, Body Itching, Eyes Watery Eyes, Runny Nose

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 4yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions for ASCORIL PLUS D SYP and its Constituents


Do not give phenylephrine containing products to children younger than 4 years of age. It may cause serious side effects or cause of death in children. Do not use this medication for longer duration, it may cause rebound congestion in prolonged or excessive use of nasal or eye drops. Caution should be exercised in patients with history of severe increase in thyroid hormone, severe heart disease, diabetes, prostate enlargement, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
  • Always ask a doctor before giving a cough or cold medicine to a child. Death can occur from the misuse of cough and cold medicines in very young children.
  • Do not use any other over-the-counter cough, cold, or allergy medication without first asking your doctor or pharmacist.
  • Dextromethorphan may be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.
  • Dextromethorphan may pass into breast milk and could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
  • Avoid drinking alcohol. It can increase some of the side effects of dextromethorphan. This medication can cause side effects that may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be awake and alert.
  • Avoid taking diet pills, caffeine pills, or other stimulants (such as ADHD medications) without your doctor’s advice. 


Caution should be exercised in patients with history of increased eye pressure, urinary retention, enlargement of prostate, pyloric obstruction (disorder), epilepsy, children less than 6 years, elderly, during pregnancy. It may cause drowsiness, dizziness or blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Drinking alcohol can increase certain side effects of triprolidine.

Symptoms of Overdosage

DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE over-dosage can result in: Eyes Blurred Vision, Confusion, Difficulty Urinating, Drowsiness, Dizziness, Nausea, Vomit, Difficulty Breathing, Restless Or Irritability, Nervousness

Common Side-Effects

PHENYLEPHRINE : Hives, Skin Rash, Blood Pressure, High, Body Itching, Irregular Heartbeat, Difficulty Sleeping, Eyes Blurred Vision, Chest Discomfort, Wheezing, Shortness Of Breath, Nervousness, Head Headache, Restless Or Irritability, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE : Confusion, Constipation, Dizziness, Head Headache, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Pain
TRIPROLIDINE : Drowsiness, Dizziness, Head Headache, Nausea, Vomit, Loss Of Appetite, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Constipation, Eyes Blurred Vision, Loss Of Coordination, Dry Mouth

Serious Side-Effects

TRIPROLIDINE : Mood Swings, Hallucinations, Nervousness, Restless Or Irritability, Ringing In Ears, Difficulty Urinating, Easy Bruising, Irregular Heartbeat, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Rare Side-Effects

TRIPROLIDINE : Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling

Disease Interactions

TRIPROLIDINE can interfere with: Intestinal Obstruction, Urinary Retention, Glaucoma, Asthma, COPD, Hyperthyroidism, Hypotension, Acute Renal Failure, Acute Liver Failure

Technical Classification

PHENYLEPHRINE is categorized as:
  • DECONGESTANTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
  • VASOPRESSORS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE is categorized as: ANTITUSSIVES / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
TRIPROLIDINE is categorized as: ANTIHISTAMINES / RESPIRATORY AGENTS

Available Alternatives for ASCORIL PLUS D SYP

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ASCORIL PLUS D SYPINR 94 for 100 ML SYRUPPHENYLEPHRINE 12.5 MG, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10.0 MG, MENTHOL 1.5 MG, TRIPROLIDINE 1.25 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

REFID D SYPINR 65 for 100 ML SYRUPDEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 2 MG/ML, MENTHOL 0.3 MG/ML, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.5 MG/ML, TRIPROLIDINE 0.25 MG/ML